Paille, Buffalo’s first-round pick (20th overall) in 2002, emerged as a solid two-way forward in 2007-08, his first full season with the Sabres. He set career highs in goals (19) and points (35) while playing in 77 games.’

‘The Maple Leafs have added a 5th preseason game to their dockett. They will play Buffalo in the Air Canada Centre on September 22nd. It will be called the Coca Cola Zero game. This game will be free to all fans via a ticket giveaway. These tickets will be distributed through a series of promotions and contests.’

‘“Danny is a talented young player that can make a difference at both ends of the ice,” Regier said. “Danny has been a key component to our penalty killing unit and we look forward to helping him continue to develop with our club for years to come.”’

‘”Camp was really good,” Weber said. “I’ve had a pretty good summer because, since we didn’t make the playoffs, I’ve had extra time to work on things that needed attention. I felt really good at camp. It was my second time there and I was a little more comfortable this year. I knew what to expect and it was my turn to help out the younger guys who were just drafted.”‘